Archive By Author - Danielle Hipps
Solar power an emerging alternative
A Hinesville homeowner last week joined the slowly growing ranks of energy consumers who are turning to the sun's rays for more than warmth.
MACE task force likely to disband shortly
After about 17 years in operation, the Multi-Agency Crack Enforcement Drug Task Force likely will disband this summer.
LCSO uncovers suspected weapon
The Liberty County Sheriff's Office recovered a weapon Wednesday afternoon that officials suspect was used in a Jan. 26 stabbing in Fleming.
Chamber honors businesses, entrepreneurs
Dressed in denim and diamonds and with business on the brain, about 175 commerce and community leaders gathered Friday night for the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce's annual meeting and banquet.
Budget, tech talk focus of BoE retreat
In addition to the education topics reported in Sunday's Courier, the Liberty County Board of Education also discussed the 2012-13 budget, technology initiatives and department restructuring during its retreat last week in Savannah.
BoE retreat focuses on budget, athletics
While they did not take any action, the Liberty County Board of Education discussed a wide range of topics during its retreat last week with Superintendent Dr. Judy Scherer at the Mulberry Inn in Savannah.
Flemington loop plans open to public review
If you think traffic on Flemington's Old Sunbury Road is unbearable, you're not alone.
Judge rules on students in bus incident
Seven Snelson-Golden Middle School students charged with disorderly conduct and obstruction after a May 2011 incident on a school bus had their day in court recently.
LCDA OKs building renovations, bond refinancing
The Liberty County Development Authority approved refinancing one bond debt into a tax-exempt bond at a lower interest rate and an $8,125 bid for repairs to one of its Hinesville Technology Park facilities during its meeting Monday.
BoE debates district job advertisements
The Liberty County Board of Education tackled a full agenda that included construction, personnel and policy issues during its Tuesday work session.
Two more suspects arrested in Fleming stabbing
Two more men have been arrested in connection with the stabbing death of Terry "TJ" Floyd, 19, who died after being stabbed several times Saturday night in Fleming. Jonathan Mathew Robertson, 18, was arrested and charged with murder and robbery, and Damien Walthour, whose age was not specified, faces a charge of tampering with evidence, according to a news release from the Liberty County Sheriff's Office. <p class="MsoNoSpacing" ...
EMS moves ambulance to east end part-time
Coastal residents can expect to see another ambulance on their side of the county and hopefully reduced response times in the coming months, according to Emergency Medical Service officials.
SavTech not likely affected by closings
Savannah Technical College and its satellite campuses on Fort Stewart Army Education Center and in Liberty and Effingham counties, have not been considered for closure amid current talks, according to Gail Eubanks, the school's executive director of institutional advancement and communications.
Facebook flap sparks LCDA action
The Liberty County Development Authority likes to be "liked." That's the consensus the authority board came to Monday when it adopted a policy to govern its social networking presence. The topic arose after a citizen last week attempted to share a link to a controversial blog on the Courier's site that questions how LCDA staff spends the entity's money. John Spradley, a Hinesville business owner who has sought public office in the past, posted a ...
Reading up a bowl tourney
For 124 students competing in the sixth annual Liberty County Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl last Friday, the devil was in the details.
Articles By Author - Danielle Hipps
Learning the ropes of working
Some accounting students devote their time to learning how to steal money. And law enforcement officials have to experience tazings and pepper sprays before they can carry those items on their belts - but the way crime procedures are presented on TV is a "bunch of horse hockey."
Treadmill desks put students in action
Sixth-grade Lewis Frasier Middle School student Marcel Facey does his work as usual on a Wednesday afternoon during his fourth-period class with science teacher Jeremy Meadows.
Pets enhance quality of life
It's been more than three weeks since my athletic activities grinded to a halt due to my sprained ankle - but I'm happy to report an adorable new distraction.
Midway Middle wins $10K in recycling rally
Midway Middle School placed second in its bracket for the PepsiCo Dream Machine Recycle Rally, a victory that comes a $10,000 for green improvements. "Our students, faculty and the community worked so hard this year," teacher and coordinator Joy Kennedy said. "I am so excited -- second place in the nation."
BoE appoints interim superintendent; doesn't say who
The Liberty County Board of Education decided Wednesday to interview seven superintendent candidates for the seat that becomes vacant June 1.
School board relaxes visitor policy
Controversial topics were back on the table Tuesday as the Liberty County Board of Education discussed proposed revisions to its code of conduct for the coming school year.
DoE site compels second look at Long scores
The Courier on Wednesday printed incorrect CCRPI scores for Long County's schools, an error that originated from variations in Georgia Department of Education data online.
County asked to expand water service area along 196
Routine items handled by the Liberty County Commission last week included:
Electric transmission line moving ahead
Construction began last month on a single-pole 115 kilovolt transmission line between Bryan and Liberty counties, and it's expected to pick up this summer.
District to get new representative
When the U.S. House of Representatives convenes in 2015, Coastal Georgia will have a new representative.
Students help pack Backpack Buddies kit
They have spent Thursday mornings during the past year counting, packing and sorting thousands of meals for the Liberty County Backpack Buddies program, and 12 students from Liberty County High School's life-skills class were recognized for their efforts this week.
Elementary, high schools here above state average
The Liberty County School System could use some improvement in its middle-grades performance, according to Georgia's College and Career Ready Performance Index grades released Tuesday.
Congressional candidate has Liberty backers
Though the formal announcement came in Savannah, state Sen. Earl "Buddy" Carter announced Monday his intention to run for U.S. congress in Georgia's 1st District in Bradwell Park.
SPLOST collections too erratic to predict
They may not know exactly what is bought, but government and education officials have a keen eye on purchases made in Liberty County.
History center marks opening
Five generations of Ellis "Pete" Gordon's family gathered Saturday at the National Guard Armory to commemorate their patriarch's contribution to the Liberty Independent Troop's rich history.
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